Teaching Tips
Resistance to Learning: What It May Be Telling You About Your Child
It’s October as I write this article. By this point in the homeschool year, the novelty has usually worn off. The new books aren’t quite so exciting. The routines are familiar. And for many families, some familiar problems are starting to surface too. Complaining….
Spelling and Dyslexia: Why Can My Child Read a Word but Not Spell It?
One of the most confusing things for parents of kids with dyslexia is watching reading improve while spelling seems to lag far behind. Your child may read a word correctly and then spell that very same word incorrectly a few minutes later. Or maybe you’ve spent…
10 Best Accommodations for Students With Dyslexia That Really Work
In this article:1. Use Audiobooks and Text-to-Speech2. Allow Oral Responses Instead of Written Answers3. Give Extra Time4. Reduce Unnecessary Writing and Copying5. Use Assistive Technology6. Shorten Assignments When Mastery Has Been Demonstrated7. Give Directions One…
Homeschool Accommodations for Dyslexia and ADHD: A Parent’s Guide
If you’ve ever let your child with dyslexia listen to an audiobook instead of reading the book themselves and wondered… Am I making this too easy? Or you’ve let your child with ADHD do half the math problems instead of all 30 and thought… Is this cheating? You’re…
How to Help Kids With Dyslexia and ADHD Become More Independent Learners
One of the biggest challenges of homeschooling multiple kids—especially kids with dyslexia and ADHD—is that everybody seems to need you. All. The. Time. You’re trying to do a reading lesson with one child while another needs help logging into math. Someone can’t…
Back to Homeschool Expectations: For Families with Dyslexia and ADHD
Read or listen to this post where I share practical encouragement for homeschooling children with dyslexia and ADHD, including how to set realistic back-to-school expectations and avoid the frustration that comes from comparing your homeschool to everyone else’s. “I’m…
Should Kids With Dyslexia Do Summer School?
Summer is almost here, and if you’re a homeschool parent of a child with dyslexia or other learning differences, there’s a good chance a familiar question is already circling in your head: Should we keep doing school this summer? Maybe you’re feeling relieved that the…
Stop This if Homeschool Feels Overwhelming
In my 30+ years of homeschooling, I’ve had my fair share of seasons where I felt overwhelmed by the responsibility of teaching my kids with dyslexia and ADHD at home. When I felt this way, I was frozen with fear and unable to see where to make meaningful changes. Then…
The Advantages of Homeschooling a Child with Dyslexia
Teaching a child with dyslexia can feel like navigating a stormy sea: you know your child is bright, creative, curious … but the standard classroom method isn’t a perfect fit. For many families, homeschooling becomes not just a fallback, but a strategic choice that…
The Power of Interest-Led Learning for Kids With Dyslexia and ADHD
Why following your child’s curiosity with interest-led learning is the secret to unlocking motivation, connection, and growth in your homeschool. If you’ve ever tried to sit down and do a math worksheet with a child who has ADHD… or asked your dyslexic teen to write a…
Your Homeschool Morning Routine: Connection First
Mornings set the tone for the entire day. As parents homeschooling struggling learners, it’s easy to feel the pressure of academics, chores, and schedules as soon as everyone’s eyes are open. But when we begin the day with correction—reminders, instructions, and…
My Favorite Homeschool Hack – Morning Time
I’ve tried many homeschool methods and schedules over my 30 years of homeschooling. Our preferred homeschool methods and schedules have changed with each year depending on the age and number of kids, mom’s health and a myriad of other factors. However, Morning Time…